Dr. Monique Aucoin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Monique Aucoin is an Adjunct Professor in the field of Human Health Sciences with a focus on healthcare research, particularly in nutrition, naturopathic medicine, and education. With over 10 years of clinical practice as a Naturopathic Doctor, she is dedicated to supporting individuals facing mood and anxiety disorders through dietary counseling and lifestyle modifications. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Medical Sciences from the University of Western Ontario, a Doctorate from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, and a Master’s from the University of Guelph. Monique's research interests include the effects of nutrition on the prevention and treatment of mental disorders, where she has contributed to systematic reviews on the role of nutritional factors related to mental health. She is currently leading a randomized clinical trial assessing dietary counseling and omega-3 supplementation for women with generalized anxiety disorder. Monique is also passionate about knowledge translation and science communication, striving to incorporate evidence-based practices into clinical care for naturopathic doctors. Her publications include various articles featured in journals such as Integrative Complementary Medicine and BMC Psychiatry, addressing topics from dietary interventions to the mobilization of evidence-based practice in the naturopathic community.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).